Apache Corporation is seeking a seasoned and strategic External Affairs Advisor to lead and integrate the company’s US onshore government relations, community partnerships, and external engagement activities. This senior-level individual contributor will serve as a critical liaison between Apache and a broad range of external stakeholders—including government officials, regulatory bodies, community organizations, trade associations, and industry partners—ensuring a cohesive and forward-looking external affairs strategy aligned with corporate goals.

This role is ideal for a proven professional with deep experience in policy advocacy, community engagement, and strategic communications who can independently manage high-impact initiatives across local, state, and federal domains.

Key Responsibilities:

Government Relations and Policy Advocacy

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Serve as advocate and representative with local, state, and federal officials, regulatory agencies, and legislative bodies

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Monitor, analyze, and engage on emerging legislation, regulations, and policy developments that impact APA’s operations.

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Develop and communicate strategic policy positions in coordination with internal stakeholders.

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Represent company on relevant trade associations, task forces, coalitions, and working groups—taking on leadership roles as appropriate.

Community Engagement and Strategic Giving

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Design and implement community relations strategies that build APA’s reputation, foster trust in the communities where we operate, and are complimentary to the government relations and advocacy efforts.

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Manage key community relationships and oversee partnerships and execution of supporting initiatives and events.

Communications and Public Affairs

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Support the external narrative and storytelling for APA’s U.S. operations, particularly Texas assets.

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Serve as a point of contact for local media.

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Collaborate with internal communications teams on messaging related to external partnerships and advocacy efforts.

The successful candidate will have the following qualifications and experience:

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Bachelor’s degree required; preferred fields include Law, Political Science, Public Affairs, Communications, Engineering, Business, or Environmental Science.

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Minimum of 10 years of experience in government affairs, public policy, community relations, or external affairs within the energy, extractive, utility, or renewables sectors.

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Demonstrated ability to build trust-based relationships with senior government officials, community leaders, and internal executives.

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Strong communication and storytelling capabilities—both written and verbal.

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Experience working with or in trade associations and multi-stakeholder groups.

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Familiarity with relevant regulatory and legislative environments at the state (especially Texas), federal, and local levels.

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Comfortable with 30% travel, including overnight and out-of-state engagements.

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Action-oriented and results-driven; able to independently manage complex, cross-functional initiatives.

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Politically astute with sound judgment and discretion.

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Passionate about community impact and APA’s mission.

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Collaborative team player with strong influencing skills.